James Lewicki
James is a nationally-recognized expert in place-based learning who has coached educator's initiatives in 150+ schools across 20 states. A classroom teacher for 17 years, he was a Wisconsin Teacher of the Year finalist, for place-based teaching, and Crawford County Conservation Teacher of the Year. Prior to teaching, James was a YMCA Camp Director and Wilderness Instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS).
After years of teaching and coaching new schools, James enjoyed being a Colorado School Principal for a K-5 Fine Arts Elementary, and a K-8 Place-Based Elementary. Two schools that are great small schools building strong cultures through a distinctive pedagogy; one place-based and the other fine-arts. James continues to support schools and teachers with timely coaching.
Below are 10 timeless videos of exemplary place-based work. Enjoy!
Designing Place-based Projects
Interdisciplinary Learning Collaborative
4 ILC High Schools: A Day in the Life
Learning With A Twist!
All School Multi-age Literature Circles
Outdoor Projects and Gazebo Construction
Student PBL Sharing “Real Good Memories”
Student/Parent/Teacher Combined Community Study Day
James has an M.S. in Education from the University of Wisconsin- LaCrosse, an M.S. in Camp Administration from George Williams College, a B.S. in Social Sciences from The Evergreen State College, and an A.A. in Outdoor Recreation Leadership from Colorado Mountain College.
To connect:
Email: jameslewicki@earthlink.net